1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
